760-201 Modes and Codes in Media Production

Students who have previously completed 760-201 Media Production: The Avant-garde, 760-223 Media Production: Film making, 760-224 Media Production: Video or 760-225 Media Production: Sound, are not eligible to enrol in this subject. A quota of 40 students applies to this subject.

Usually 25 points of visual media subjects at 1st year level.

The subject provides examination of the different formal systems used in modernist media production. The dynamics of screen and sound design are explored through the modes and codes of theatrical, broadcast and art based media. Students will develop practical skills through exercises and project work in film, video and sound production, and will develop concepts within the theoretical and historical context of modern media.

• apply highly developed analytic, cognitive and practical skills to the planning and successful completion of a complex creative task within a given time;

• independently explore and develop ideas through practical experimentation;

• effectively use advanced communications technologies, computer systems and software for research and production;

• think creatively and independently, and engage in constructive critical discourse;

• participate effectively as a collaborator and team member.

Work totalling 4000 words. Comprising practical production (produced individually or working within a group) of approximately 5 minutes duration 60% (due end of semester), and written assignments 1400 words 40% (due during semester). A hurdle requirement of a minimum 80% attendance required.